Jamda - Jamda, Mayurbhanj
Jamda is a village situated in the Jamda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamda and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Jamda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamda is 387615. The village covers a total geographical area of 543 hectares and falls under the 757045 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Jamda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamda
As per Census 2011, Jamda village has a total population of 2,356 people, consisting of 1,063 males and 1,293 females. The village has 540 households and a sex ratio of 1,216 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,213 literate and 1,143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,466 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,356 | 1,063 | 1,293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 144 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 13 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,466 | 663 | 803 |
| Literate Population | 1,213 | 653 | 560 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,143 | 410 | 733 |
Nearby Villages of Jamda
Jamda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhadusahi | West | 1.48 km |
| Deukundi | South | 1.89 km |
| Rumapahadi | East | 2.04 km |
| Belposi | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Madhupur | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Tarana | West | 2.79 km |
| Kainpur | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Jatapani | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Kudahansa | North | 3.45 km |
| Sagajodi | South | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamda
Jamda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badampahar, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Jamda is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Jamda is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jamda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jamda
Where is Jamda located?
Jamda village is located in Jamda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamda?
Jamda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamda?
The pincode of Jamda is 757045.
What is the population of Jamda?
Jamda has a total population of 2,356, including 1,063 males and 1,293 females.
How many households are there in Jamda?
There are 540 households in Jamda.
What is the literacy rate in Jamda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamda is 51.49%. Male literacy is 61.43% and female literacy is 43.31%.